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[QUOTE="WhiPit, post: 259416, member: 17688"] First time posting in this section, but I need help. I have a rather embarassing problem with my riding style. First, some background, but I'll try to keep this short. I've been riding motorcycles since 1976. I learned to ride by watching guys like Marty Smith and I always tried to emulate their style. Everyone has always told me that I have a "good style" and that I "look smooth". But I've found that my late 70's riding style just doesn't cut it in the new millenium! Here's the situation: When I jump, I "hunch" my shoulders and stick my butt out over the rear fender! By "hunch" mean I pull my shoulders up like I'm trying to touch my ears with them! But when I ride, I don't know that I'm doing this. I can't feel it and some times completely forget that I do this. That is, until someone shows me a picture or video! EMBARASSING!! Personally, I think this is a hold-over from my "glory days" back in the 70's. Back then, everyone jumped with their rear hanging over the back fender and had their arms stretched out (think like doing a 'superman-air', but your feet are still attached to the pegs). I've been riding for a long time and I go at a decent speed. 15 years ago, I was even pretty good. But, years and new responsibilities have slowed me down. I still love to ride and race, but I hate looking like a goon! I've even considered constructing some sort of "trainer" to strap my shoulders down. I figure if the straps go over my shoulders and then down between my legs, if I hunch-up again, I'll look like this: :eek: Any suggestions to help this old goon rider that wants to have the "new style"?? [/QUOTE]
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